Differences in Graft Tear Configurations in Medial and Lateral Meniscal Allograft Transplantation: Objective Evaluations Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Significant differences in allograft tear patterns were identified between the medial and lateral MAT groups. The proportion of root tears in medial MATs was higher than that in lateral MATs; conversely, the proportion of meniscocapsular separation was more common in lateral MATs. Such tear patterns, which may require surgical repair or graft resection, were observed only within 1 year of surgery. Therefore, close observation and regular follow-up in the earlier postoperative period are necessary after medial or lateral MATs.